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Art from the Heart

Oak Lawn Community High School is proud to announce that senior Rounak Yassin earned fourth place in the Advocate Christ Medical Center “Live from the Heart” art contest. The theme of the contest this year was Art from the Heart. Rounak took advantage of this opportunity to share her creativity with the Oak Lawn community. Her piece will be on […]

Mini-Golf Center Used for Movie Shoot

On Friday, March 22, the popular family fun park, Haunted Trails of Burbank was the site of a movie shoot! Motorists driving by the area of 87th and Harlem Ave. couldn’t help but notice several movie production company vehicles, film crew staff, and cameras on site. The MGM Emperor of Ocean Park, a drama series based on Stephen L Carter’s […]

Debaters Medal in State Tournament

Members of the Carl Sandburg High School Varsity Debate Team recently competed at the State Debate Tournament at Illinois State University and several students advanced to the quarter-finals, while others placed among the top 10 in several categories. Public Forum Debate: Quarter-Finalists – senior Bella Rusnak and senior Ellory Crnkovich Lincoln-Douglas Debate: Quarter-Finalist – junior Eamonn McDevitt Speaker awards in […]

Top Students Honored

In celebration of academic excellence, Consolidated High School District 230 recognizes its top-performing students for their outstanding academic achievements. These exceptional scholars have demonstrated dedication, intelligence, and commitment to their academic pursuits, distinguishing themselves as leaders within their schools. From mastering complex equations to crafting insightful essays, these students have showcased their prowess across various disciplines, setting a benchmark for […]

Amazing Women Award Recipient

Commissioner Mariyana Spyropoulos was honored to receive the 2024 Amazing Women of Rich Township award from Supervisor Calvin Jordon at their 2nd Annual Recognition of Amazing Women, held on March 7 at Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park. “I am honored to be in this illustrious group of amazing women, women making history, women giving back and making the world […]

Foster Statement on Primary Victory

Incumbent Rep. Bill Foster (D-11) earned the Democratic nomination for Illinois’s 11th Congressional District. Foster is running for re-election to the U.S. House and issued the following statement on his primary election victory. “I am grateful to everyone who supported this campaign and reaffirmed that character, integrity, and honesty matter in our district. I especially want to thank my staff […]

New Battalion Chief

Congratulations are in order for Jason Yerkovich, Bridgeview Fireman, who was recently promoted to Battalion Chief. The entire Bridgeview Fire Department feels that Jason embodies the heart of their team. He’s described as tough, yet fair, and always accountable. In addition, the Department expressed that Jason is all about serving the folks in Bridgeview and ensuring that everyone in the […]

Construction News Around Town

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has informed the Village of Alsip that the closing of the bridge at 127th and Cal Sag Road has been suspended until further notice. When construction resumes, IDOT will provide a two-week notice, post signs with the date of when work will begin again including detour information. Additionally, the Office of the Mayor is […]

New Wildcat Coach

Queen of Martyrs recently announced Coach Mike Rafalin as the new Head Football Coach of the Wildcats beginning in the Fall of 2024. Coach Rafalin graduated from St. Rita High School in 1978 and has coached for over 30 years on the Southside of Chicago including 23 years at St. Bede and 7 years at St. Linus. “Coach Rafalin’s dedication […]

Be A Park Captain

The citywide Earth Day Parks Clean Up is Saturday, April 20. Join thousands of volunteers in parks across Chicago in picking up litter and putting down mulch to give precious green spaces a fresh start for the season. To make this event possible, the city needs site captains to recruit and organize all those wonderful volunteers. Sign up to be […]


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